All 74 People Credited on Chance The Rapper's "Coloring Book"

From Anderson .Paak to Young Thug and everyone in-between we explore all of Chance's "Coloring Book" collaborators.

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You know the drill by now, right?

While all the other sites take a quick skim though the credits, highlighting only the names that'll attract pageviews and retweets, we take our time and really pour over the notes.

Tracking down engineers, formatting, and finding fire gifs takes a piece of my soul everytime, but in the end it's worth knowing it'll be the most comprehensive, in-depth who's who across the net.

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For a project as involved, diverse, and rich in talent as Coloring Book, I consider it an honor.

Let's do it...

2 Chainz

"No Problem"

Tity Boi or, as my dad calls him, Chainzy, appearing on CB is no surprise as "No Problem" was released before the tape dropped.

Anderson .Paak

“Blessings”

Mother of god. Chance and Anderson .Paak on the same track?!?! I do, however, wish Anderson's contribution was larger--he provides some supporting vocals--because these two on the same track would be amazing. Oh well, even just a little Dot Paak is a blessing.

Ashley Simpson

"Blessings"

It should be noted that the Ashley Simpson you are thinking of spells her name "Ashlee" and in the credits here it's spelled "Ashley," but credits often get names wrong. That said, this Ashley Simpson is actually singer/songwriter Lolah Brown, who has contributed background vocals for Rihanna, Nicki Minaj and Pharrell Williams.

Byron Cage

Cam O'bi

"No Problem," “Finish Line/Drown” and "Blessings"

Cam O'bi is definitely a producer to keep your eye on. He's worked with Mick Jenkins and Bas, Towkio, Saba ("GPS" is insane), and produced on Acid Rap. In addition to his work on Coloring Book, which hosts some pretty marquee names attached, he also produced and sang on "Grown Ass Kid" which didn't make the album. Instead, the song will serve as the title track off his own forthcoming album.

Carter Lang

"How Great"

I've come across Lang's name more than a few times during my liner note dives. Carter is a bass player who's worked on Towkio's Wav Theory, Surf, A.L.L.A., and more recently ANTI and Untitled Unmastered.

Chance the Rapper

Every track on the project

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Chicago Children's Choir

"All We Got," "Same Drugs," “How Great” and “Finish Line/Drown”

Taking a page out of Kanye's book (see "Two Words"), Chance recruits a children's choir for some of those churcin' vibes. Also, peep this.

Chris Barnett

"Mixtape"

Barnett AKA CBMIX is a producer who is closely linked to Keef and Young Chop. He co-produced "Mixtape" along with Stix (who we will get to soon).

D.R.A.M.

“D.R.A.M. Sings Special”

"Hotline Bling" "Cha Cha" singer and Surf contributor D.R.A.M. continues to collaborate with Chance and even landed his own track.

Elle Varner

“D.R.A.M. Sings Special”

Yes! Elle Varner is one of my favorite singers around. She continues to churn out jams but never gets enough love. If you don't know her that well, I highly recommend getting familiar. Start here.

Greg Landfair (Stix)

"Mixtape" and “Finish Line/Drown”

I've been following Landfair (AKA Stix) since he was the drummer for Kids These Days...fuck, I miss Kids These Days. This is an argument for another time, but in my humble opinion, Traphouse Rock is still the best project from Chicago hip-hop's new generation. Anyway, though Stix was credited frequently on Surf, unless I'm wrong, "Mixtape" appears to be the first time he produced a song for Chance and The Social Experiment and wasn't just a drummer.

HaHa Davis

"No Problem," "All Night" and "Blessings"

Shades of Kanye putting that random four-year-old Instagram celebrity on Pablo, Chance recruits HaHa Davis for three songs off the album and cutting room floor favorite "Grown Ass Kid."

Isaiah Robinson

"All We Got," "How Great" and “Finish Line/Drown”

If Isaiah Robinson, the Gospel singer from Chicago, is the Isaiah Robinson from Coloring Book (and it more than likely is)then he is yet another gospel artist to appear on the album. That is three so far...

Jake Sherman

James Francies

"No Problem"

Judging from his Twitter avatar, I'm going to go ahead and assume the Houston native played keys on "No Problem."

Jaime Woods

"No Problem"

There are so many crazy talented people attached to this album and Woods is another one. A quick listen to her work and I'm very impressed. A la Surf I'm finding a lot of great artists from the liner notes.

Jamila Woods

“Blessings”

Jamila Woods, a recent Closed Sessions signee, is likely a name you are already familiar with, and not just from Chance's Fallon show "Blessings" premiere. She just released a record produced by The Roots, has appeared on Macklemore and Ryan Lewis' "White Privilege II" and I still love the shit out of some Milo & Otis.

Jay Electronica

"How Great"

Fuck that, call him Jay Erykahbadu-ica.

Jeff Lane

“No Problem”

Lane is an audio engineer with over 40 years of credits to his name. Smashing Pumpkins, Pearl Jam, R. Kelly, Jay Z, Mary J. Blige and the list goes on. It's on hell of a resume.

Kirk Franklin

“Finish Line/Drown"

If you still question Kanye's gospel influence on Chance you are wrong. Kirk has been Kanye's go-to gospel singer for years upon years upon years. Though it's "All We Got" that features Kanye, it's "Finish line/Drown" that is more "Ultra Light Beam"-ish with Nico, Kirk, and Chance appearing on both.

Knox Fortune

Lakeitsha Williams

"No Problem"

Nicknamed "Baritone," Williams is a singer who provided background vocals on "No Problem."

Lido

"Same Drugs" and "Angels"

In addition to his work with Cashmere Cat, Ariana Grande, and Halsey, Lido is credited with producing two other SaveMoney cuts; Towkio's (very dope) "Heaven Only Knows" and Jeremih and The Social Experiment's "Planes (Remix)."

Lil Wayne

Lil Yachty

"Mixtape"

I thought the ship had sailed on Yachty once he released his Vorhees-esque butchering of the Mr. Rodgers theme, but apparently his career is still afloat. He's mastered the art of being loved for being terrible, but I still don't know what the kids sea in him. I think he brings this song down, but whatever floats your Yacht I guess...

Macie Stewart

"Same Drugs" and "Finish Line/Drown"

Macie is a Chicago singer who was in of Kids These Days and is a current member of the KTD-off shoot, Marrow. She also appeared on Surf. I love her voice, very understated yet powerful, and she's amazing live.

Nate Fox

Nate Fox, better known as All Day Recess, is one of the most heavily-credited artists on the album, which is no surprise because he's a member of The Social Experiment and has long been a go-to for Chano. He produced what is still the best Chance track, "Juice."

Nico Segal (Donnie Trumpet)

Donnie! He's far more important than just being there in case Chance get's shortness of breath. He's Chance creative accomplice and has played a vital role in Chance's development. Without Donnie there is no Chance.

Noname

“Finish Line/Drown”

Formerly Noname Gypsy, the Chicago artist has changed her name but kept her very unique, personable style. Keep a look out for her Donnie Trumpet-produced project, Telefone. Also, I guess you could say, "a Coloring Book has no name."

Peter Cottontale

Like Foxx, Nico, Greg and Chance, Cottontale is one of the most credited artists on the album and is also another The Social Experiment member; he's been with Chance for as long as Chance has been Chance.

Rachel Cato

“No Problem”

There isn't much information available about Cato, but provided background vocals on "No Problem."

Rajiv Halim

“Finish Line/Drown”

Rajiv is a Chicago saxophonist. According to his Facebook, he laid down some background horns and is the man behind the solo.

Rascal

"Juke Jam"

In addition to producing "Juke Jam," Rascal recently appeared on Kelechi's Before The Quarter, along with other Coloring Book contributors Nate Fox, Peter Cottontale and BJ The Chicago Kid.

Raury

Saba

"Angels"

Hopefully, you already know the name Saba since he's a Top Prospects alum and makes great music that you should totally know. He's also part of Chicago's other collective, PIVOT Gang; it's cool to see PIVOT and SaveMoney come together. Also, he absolutely kills the hook on "Angels."

Sima Cunningham

"All We Got," "Same Drugs," “How Great” and “Finish Line/Drown”

Sima Cunningham is the sister of Kids These Days and Marrow singer/guitarist Liam Cunningham, who was also credited on Surf but (kind of unexpectedly) isn't on Coloring Book. She recently released a Prince tribute with Donnie Trumpet and is also part of HOMME with the aforementioned Macie Stewart.

Young Thug

Zarif Wilder

“No Problem” and "Finish Line/Drown"

Zarif Wilder is Chicago singer TheMind, who also may be part of ThemPeople, and back in February dropped a great track laced with Donnie Trumpet horns called "Mercury Rising." And just a few weeks ago he appeared on Joey Purp's insane cut "Cornerstore," which was produced by Donnie Trumpet, JP Floyd, Knox Fortune, and Cottontale.

Also credited are Brian Beach ("Same Drugs"), Nicole Steen ("How Great"), and Scott Dickinson ("Same Drugs"). Unfortunately, in our research for this piece, we were not able to confirm their exact contributions. We will update once we have that information.

Well there you have it, all 74 people who worked on Chance The Rapper's Coloring Book. Normally these columns leave me drained, and while yes, my brain wants to leak out of my ears right now, this investigation felt easier because it seemed like every stone turned unveiled a new hidden gem or reminded me of an old one.

It's Chance's album, but it's the volume of talented people who are constantly creating in this little musical universe called Chicago, who really make it.